Who We Are
15 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 7 years ago - ★★★★★ - 152 ratingsFrom Bardic, an audio documentary podcast about real people, life, and career. Hosted by Carissa Weiser, Who We Are connects people everywhere and reminds us that everyday people are extraordinary. Formerly called Career Day. Season 1 complete.
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Ep 14: Enough
April 05, 2017 02:43 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB"Cecelia from Maryland" on her spiral into the darkest season of her life, her mindset while there, and who she is today. This is one you don't want to miss. *For details on content warning and info if today's episode resonates with you: http://WhoWeAre.fm/episode-14-enough. ------------- Like the show? Please review on iTunes! http://iTunes.WhoWeAre.fm Say hi on Twitter: http://twitter.com/carissaweiser Want to be considered for the show? http://WhoWeAre.fm/stories -----------...
Ep 13: Predicting the Future
March 29, 2017 02:22 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBKeith Stellman on becoming the meteorologist in charge at the National Weather Service office in Atlanta, Georgia... and choosing the perfect chili. Also, Jacqui Jeras talks being a broadcast meteorologist for local and national fronts, including CNN. ---------------- Like the show? Please review on iTunes! http://iTunes.WhoWeAre.fm Say hi on Twitter: http://twitter.com/carissaweiser LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carissaweiser Want to be considered for the show? http://W...
Ep 12: Is It Worth It?
March 13, 2017 23:38 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBChris Kattawar on how he went from marine biologist wannabe to chef-owner of Cook and Dagger Restaurant in Greenville, Rhode Island. (http://www.cookanddagger.com) Also, BJ tells his journey from dental implant marketer to food trucker-turned brick and mortar expansion with Red Sesame Korean BBQ in Cincinnati, Ohio. (http://www.redsesamebbq.com) ------------ Like the show? Please review on iTunes! http://iTunes.WhoWeAre.fm Say hi on Twitter: http://twitter.com/carissaweiser Linke...
Ep 11: Not All Who Wander Are Lost
February 28, 2017 00:04 - 19 minutes - 14.1 MBLike the show? Please review on iTunes! http://itunes.careerdayshow.com. I'd love to hear from you on Twitter (https://twitter.com/CarissaWeiser), Facebook (https://facebook.com/CareerDayShow), or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carissaweiser). To be considered for the show, share your story with me: http://careerdayshow.com/stories. -------------------- Tom is an outdoorsy guy and a teacher. But after instructing Years 4-5 for about four years, he takes the plunge, setting o...
Ep 10: Spinny Chair
February 17, 2017 21:18 - 21 minutes - 15.2 MBTruly, this is a message everyone needs to hear. Rehaan grew up in his father's medical office, seeing the real side of medicine mixed with a child's impression of the field. Through a rocky journey, Rehaan makes his way to medical school himself but encounters a rude awakening that brings him to a major tipping point in life. Through a series of hilarious, challenging, and sometimes heartbreaking events, Rehaan discovers how the quest for the perfect chair ultimately brings him to a fulle...
Ep 9: Loved
February 14, 2017 00:02 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBAmong many things, Michelle is an international adoptee from the UK adopted in the United States. As a little girl struggling through the foster care system, young Michelle learned early that only perfection equated safety. Thus, the perfect grades, the best job, the nicest car... all of these things began to mean survival. She rose to the top, becoming a successful broadcast news journalist and balancing a series of impressive roles. So, why did she walk away from the financial and emotiona...
Ep 8: Want to see a show?
February 07, 2017 00:01 - 24 minutes - 17.5 MB"Steve from New Jersey" is an organic chemist who enjoys the stability his career provides. But he's literally the guy waiting for the weekend because, at night, he's a DIY basement venue operator with several housemates. That lifestyle is no stranger to opposition, is often misunderstood, and actually spans nationwide (and possibly beyond?). Steve must face the struggle of passion versus responsibility to ultimately rationalize and justify his pursuits. Will it be gratitude and comfort or i...
Ep 7: Cows Go Moo [Career Day]
January 24, 2017 00:54 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBFour people who know what the cow says. Hear Will, Annie, Tim, and Maegan share how they work with large animals and see how bicycles, being weird, and high heels do relate to farming. See also how cats are changing lives. --------------------- Like the show? Please review on iTunes! http://itunes.careerdayshow.com. If you'd like to be considered for the show, go to http://careerdayshow.com/stories. Say hi on Twitter (and find calls for specific interviews): https://twitter.com/C...
Ep 6: Doodlers of the World [Career Day]
January 10, 2017 00:37 - 33 minutes - 23.6 MBFour+ people who draw way better than anyone I know. Hear Tom, Alvarez, Leigh, and Naters (with perspective from Jam) talk about professional doodling and how there's a lot more to it than you had any idea. See also why fiberglass cows shouldn't surf. -------------------- Like the show? Please review on iTunes to help others find the podcast! http://itunes.careerdayshow.com. If you'd like to be considered for the show, go to http://careerdayshow.com/stories. Say hi on Twitter (an...
Ep 5: The Places You'll Go [Career Day]
December 27, 2016 02:42 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBThree careers related to language learning. Hear Andy, Dokia, and Dylan share how learning language is the key to everything. See also how grunge can be the best worst thing to happen to you and why dogs shouldn't eat hedgehogs. -------------------- Like the show? Please review on iTunes! http://itunes.careerdayshow.com. If you'd like to be considered for the show, go to http://careerdayshow.com/stories. Say hi on Twitter (and find calls for specific interviews): https://twitter....
Ep 4: Risk [Career Day]
December 12, 2016 19:52 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBThree exceptionally risky careers. Hear Gavin, Mike, and Park share what it's like to manage stress, survive the line of fire, and represent sometimes controversial careers. See also how a family hub, challenge from a friend, pizza, and structure help manage risk. --------------------- Like the show? Please review on iTunes! http://itunes.careerdayshow.com. If you'd like to be considered for the show, go to http://careerdayshow.com/stories. Say hi on Twitter (and find calls for ...
Ep 3: The Internet [Career Day]
November 29, 2016 03:35 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBMeet four people who transform the world through the Internet and create community in a place you might not have considered before. See what video games, BuzzFeed, dog pictures, and Pokemon all have in common... and how cats are similar to accordions. --------------------------------- Like the show? Please review on iTunes! http://itunes.careerdayshow.com. If you'd like to be considered for the show, go to http://careerdayshow.com/stories. Say hi on Twitter (and find calls for spec...
Ep 2: Moment's Notice [Career Day]
November 14, 2016 03:26 - 18 minutes - 13 MBMeet three people who depend on being able to recognize the perfect moment. Whether making decisions with outcomes you don't see for a couple years, capturing once in a lifetime events, or showing up at just the right time... we'll see how three people successfully juggle time, family, and happiness. -------------- Like the show? Please review on iTunes! http://itunes.careerdayshow.com. If you'd like to be considered for the show, go to http://careerdayshow.com/stories. Say hi on T...
Ep 1: Michael Likes Numbers [Career Day]
November 14, 2016 02:53 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBFour Michaels from around the world each with a different perspective on numbers. From being concrete, to abstract, to relational and representing ultimate freedom- numbers may not be exactly what you think! Hear individuals share how childhood memories, facing the real world, heartbreak, and taking risk factor into their career. ------------ Like the show? Please review on iTunes! http://itunes.careerdayshow.com. If you'd like to be considered for the show, go to http://careerdays...
Ep 0: Career Day Teaser [Note: Career Day changes to Who We Are ~Ep8]
November 04, 2016 00:34 - 3 minutes - 2.33 MBI've always been curious about what other people do for a living, so I put out a call for interviews. By now, I've talked with over 100 people from around the world about their jobs, journeys, and little things about every career that you didn't know you'd find interesting. Everyone is an expert in something, and everyone has a story to tell. The first two episodes drop Tuesday, November 15th. Subscribe for free to catch all episodes biweekly on Tuesdays. If you'd like to be considered...